Kinky twists are a type of hair style used by women with naturally curly or kinky hair. They are considered a "protective" hair style because it keeps the natural hair as is, without the use of harsh chemicals or heat tools. You use hair extensions to create a textured, even and full look around your head. Read on to find out how to do kinky twists and protect your naturally curly hair.

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Steps

Part 1 of 5: Buy Hair Extensions

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Go to a beauty supply store to browse the hair extension selection. If you have naturally curly or kinky hair, you will want to look for a "kinky" hair texture.

Once you find a favorite brand of hair extension, you may be able to order off the Internet or from the manufacturer for a better price.

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Buy 3 to 4 packages of hair extensions. If you have medium length hair, you will want to find 24 inch extensions. If you have longer hair, you may want to buy longer extensions.

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Part 2 of 5: Brush the Hair

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Brush your hair until it is tangle free. You will want to start with hair that is combed out to avoid an inconsistent look.

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Divide your hair into small sections using a comb. A comb with a long, pointed end will help you to evenly divide the sections.

Some people recommend you start at the back and bottom of your head and work toward the front. If this is your first time doing kinky twists, you may want to practice on the front of your hair or on another person's hair until you learn the method.

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Separate the sections and pin them up with alligator clips.

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Part 3 of 5: Prepare the Materials

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Wash and condition your hair. Put some leave in conditioner in your hair. You may want to keep your hair slightly damp in order to make it tighter and experience less breakage.

You can blow out your hair after washing and conditioning to create an even smoother look.

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Sit in front of a mirror, if you are doing the kinky twists yourself.

3

Cut the hair extensions from the top of the packaging. The extensions may be gathered together to keep them straight. Cut right below the band that holds them together, so that you don't use the straight section for your twists.

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Keep a jar of shea butter or leave in conditioner nearby. Applying this to your hands and running it through the section of hair you are working on will help to keep the hair soft, although it is not required.

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Part 4 of 5: Start Twisting

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Take a hair extension. Fold it in half and smooth the 2 sections so that they are easy to handle.

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Place the middle of the extension just above your section of hair.

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Divide your section of hair into 2 even sections. Use your fingers to pick up the sections, rather than a comb.

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Place the hair extension flush with each group of your natural hair. You should have 2 sections, each with half natural and half extension hair.

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Place a finger in the middle of the 2 sections of hair. This will hold the extension in place.

If you have difficulty keeping the extension in place while you are starting your twist, braid it into your hair first. Hold the 2 sides of the extension up to the hair section. Use your hair as the third section and braid 1 inch (2.5cm) of your hair. Then, separate your natural hair into the extension sections and begin twisting.

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Twist the right section of hair to the right. Keep both hands close to your roots and make the twist as tight as you can. Twist the right section of hair approximately 5 to 7 times.

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Hold the right section of your hair tightly with your ring finger and pinky on your right hand.

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Twist the left hand hair section in a similar manner. Twist it tightly 5 to 7 times.

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Cross the 2 sections of hair to the left. Cross them again. You should be getting near the end of the twisted portions of both sections of hair, so you will begin twisting and crossing together.

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Cross the section, then twist both smaller sections tightly to the right. Cross over left and twist the individual sections to the right. Repeat this until you come to the end of your available hair.

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Repeat this process on each small section of your hair. It is a good idea to go along the entire bottom of the head, then start a new section above the bottom and work your way up. You can keep your twist sections even.

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Part 5 of 5: Sealing the Ends

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Decide if you want to seal your twists using a product or hot water. If you are using synthetic hair extensions, you can use hot water with good results.

For kinky twists that are done with natural hair or simply using your own hair, use some gel product on the end. Twist and curl the end with your finger. Repeat all along your head.

For kinky twists with synthetic hair, boil a kettle of water. Place a towel around your neck and body to protect yourself from hot water. Be very careful to avoid burning yourself. Pour some boiled water into a coffee mug. Dip 3 or 4 twist ends into the water at once. Leave them in for 20 seconds. Remove them and squeeze the ends gently with a towel. Repeat with the remaining twist ends.

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Moisturize your hair while it is in its protective style. Many people use leave-in conditioners, hair milk and shea butter to keep the hair from being frizzy and breaking.

Sleep with a satin scarf tied around your head or use a satin pillow to minimize breakage and frizz.

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